Green & Gold Congressional Aide

House of Representatives • Spokane, WA

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About The Position

The Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program provides two-year, paid, full-time Congressional Fellowship employment opportunities in the U.S. House of Representatives for eligible Veterans, Gold Star family members, and Active-Duty spouses. Fellows work directly for a Member of Congress or another House officer as part of an office team. Aides may be assigned to Members, Committees, or House Officers and may serve in Washington, DC, or in Member district offices around the country. Duties vary according to the needs of each office, and specific duties are discussed during the interview process.

Candidates must meet the program’s eligibility requirements, which differ for Veterans, Gold Star family members, and Active-Duty spouses. The position requires a high school diploma, effective verbal and written communication, and the ability to manage projects and competing tasks professionally. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of the American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Requirements

• Must be a Veteran, Gold Star family member, or spouse of an Active-Duty service member and meet the applicable program eligibility requirements.
• Veterans must have been honorably discharged and released from active duty within the last six years.
• Veterans must have been at or below pay grades E-5/O-3/W-2; those promoted to E-6/O-4/W-3 within six months of separation may be eligible if they meet all other requirements.
• Veterans receiving a 20-year or Temporary Early Retirement Authority (TERA) retirement are not eligible.
• Gold Star family applicants must be a surviving spouse, child/step-child, parent/step-parent, or sibling/step-sibling of a veteran who died in the line of duty while serving in the Armed Forces or from a service-connected disability.
• Active-Duty spouse applicants must be married to an Active-Duty service member; spouses of members subject to Title X mobilization are not eligible.
• High school diploma required.
• Detail-oriented, with excellent organization skills and strong computer skills.
• Ability to complete projects within timelines and under minimal supervision.
• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain a professional and courteous disposition.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Submit the documentation applicable to the applicant category: Veterans must submit a resume and DD-214 Member Copy 4; Gold Star applicants must submit a resume and specified documentation of death and relationship or dependency; Active-Duty spouses must submit a resume and copies of the front and back of their Dependent ID card.

Responsibilities

• Work as a constituent services representative.
• Help local constituents resolve issues with federal agencies.
• Serve as a liaison to local Veterans Service Organizations.
• Attend local events and meetings on behalf of the Member of Congress.
• Perform legislative work.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED